1968 Honda S800 vs. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | S800 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |